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BN12 UCW

2012 Kia Picanto

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,036 mi
Last recorded17,036 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Picanto43,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 UCW
MakeKia
ModelPicanto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 17,036 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 15,432 miles

Front both tyres slightly worn inside edge!

Nearside Front Washer jet no spray force or blocked!

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 15,432 miles

Front both tyres slightly worn inside edge!

Nearside Front Washer jet no spray force or blocked!

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 15,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing , running low and has nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 12,243 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (Both rears) perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 7,978 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 5,936 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 5,874 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 5,496 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 5,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 5,457 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 4,893 miles

Clutch worn

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Feb 2017 4,893 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Clutch worn

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 3,741 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 3,190 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Picanto?

Based on 2,626,043 MOT tests across 229,767 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
3,997
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
229,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,453
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28,710
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,450
position lamp(s) not working 19,223
parking brake recording little or no effort 18,423
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BN12 UCW is a 2012 Kia Picanto in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Kia Picanto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 43,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Picanto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 41,453 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN12 UCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Picanto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Picanto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN12 UCW?

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What year was BN12 UCW registered?

BN12 UCW is a 2012 Kia Picanto, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is BN12 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 UCW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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